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Exploring caring using narrative methodology: an analysis of the approach.
T V McCance1, H P McKenna, J R Boore
1Research & Development Office for the HPSS, Belfast, UK. tmccance@rdo.n-i.nhs.uk
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|March 17, 2001
Summary
Exploring caring in nursing requires qualitative methods. This paper examines Donald Polkinghorne
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Qualitative Methods
- Philosophy of Science
Background:
- Caring in nursing is complex and difficult to define, posing challenges for researchers.
- The nebulous nature of caring and contextual influences complicate its perceived meaning.
- Qualitative methods are preferred for exploring the concept of caring in nursing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the application of narrative methods in exploring caring within nursing.
- To focus specifically on Donald Polkinghorne's approach to narrative inquiry.
- To examine challenges in collecting and analyzing narrative data in nursing research.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research approaches, particularly narrative methods.
- Focus on Donald Polkinghorne's specific methodology for narrative analysis.
- Examination of data collection and analysis issues within this framework.
Main Results:
- Narrative methods offer a valid approach to understanding the patient experience of caring.
- Donald Polkinghorne's approach provides a structured framework for narrative inquiry.
- Specific issues related to narrative data collection and analysis are identified.
Conclusions:
- Narrative inquiry, especially using Polkinghorne's method, is valuable for explicating nursing care.
- Addressing methodological complexities is crucial for rigorous narrative research in nursing.
- Further research is needed to refine narrative approaches for studying caring phenomena.